Heroes of Dire

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Heroes of Dire is a single player and multiplayer tactical role playing game with fantasy and warfare themes. It was developed by Spellbook and was released on March 15, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A dark fantasy online world torn apart by powerful guilds, wicked gods, and eternal warfare! In this massively-multiplayer tactical role-playing game you can join with friends to quest for treasure, raid enemy guilds, battle monsters, and fight in brutal gladiator arenas! You will become part of the story as live Dungeon Masters craft custom events in real-time to create an ever-evolving gam…

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Audience ScoreBased on 152 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

grinding10 negative mentions

Heroes of Dire offers engaging turn-based tactical gameplay with a variety of character classes and customization options, reminiscent of classic strategy games.
The game features an active community and responsive developers who are open to feedback, enhancing the overall player experience.
It is free to play and not pay-to-win, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.

The user interface is convoluted and unintuitive, making navigation and gameplay frustrating for new players.
The game suffers from significant grind and repetitive gameplay, which can lead to player burnout over time.
There are frequent server issues and lag, which detract from the overall gaming experience and can lead to crashes.

gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
65%
11%
The gameplay of the game is described as simple and casual, with a mix of strategic elements that can be enjoyable for some players, particularly in multiplayer and guild settings. However, many users criticize the unintuitive interface, clunky mechanics, and lack of clear instructions for certain features, leading to a frustrating experience for others. While some find the core gameplay fun and engaging, the overall execution and user experience leave much to be desired, with calls for improvements in mechanics and visuals.
- “The gameplay itself is fun.”
- “I find the game quite strategic for how simple the basic mechanics are.”
- “Heroes of Dire doesn't just give you the standard turn-based story and gameplay; it gives you open maps with moving NPCs and real players fighting to complete quests and gain useful resources and gear for themselves and their guild.”
- “Reason 3: it's a bit of both but there are mechanics that are not explained or even shown how you get such as transmutation items, repair kits, non-race fighters, and others as you cannot find them on the map or quests.”
- “Clunky is a word for the gameplay, yeah.”
- “Overfall, this game is a waste of time; sooner or later the UI and art style/game mechanics will make you quit this tiresome game.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
52%
13%
The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its captivating and well-chosen soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere. Reviewers noted that the music fits the game's ambiance perfectly, drawing comparisons to iconic soundtracks like those from the Diablo series. Overall, the music is described as inspiring and engaging, contributing significantly to the gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack is amazing.”
- “Captivating music, and strategic combat.”
- “The music is wonderful and fits the ambience of the game.”
- “No idea who has that intro music from some artist.”
- “It shows a white screen, plays music, and nothing happens on Ubuntu 18.04.”
- “- Music score: music fits the atmosphere of the game and is reminiscent of Diablo in some odd way.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The game's story is notably lacking, with many players expressing disappointment over the absence of lore and a cohesive narrative, which leaves the world feeling shallow. While there are numerous quests and activities available, including guild interactions and resource gathering, the overall experience is more focused on gameplay mechanics than storytelling. Players are hopeful for future updates that might introduce a more engaging storyline to enhance the game's depth.
- “Heroes of Dire doesn't just give you the standard turn-based story and gameplay; it provides open maps with moving NPCs and real players fighting to complete quests and gain useful resources and gear for themselves and their guild.”
- “Exploring the world lets you find enemies, do quests (find and kill enemies of a specific faction), find treasure, collect resources, and discover relics to enhance your fighters and their gear with a bonus enchantment.”
- “Looking forward to guild play and storyline to come.”
- “They haven't implemented the lore for the quests yet, this makes the game's world feel lacking in depth.”
- “There isn't any storyline.”
- “I truly don't know where to start, the graphics are not good, the gameplay is not new, the story???”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the amazing and highly detailed artwork, while others criticize the rushed interface and overall art style. A few users experienced technical issues, including crashes related to graphics performance. Overall, while the visuals have potential, many feel they could be significantly improved.
- “It has some great artwork, although the whole interface seems a little rushed; the flow is great.”
- “The aesthetics and general idea behind the game are impressive.”
- “The graphics are amazing and highly detailed.”
- “I truly don't know where to start; the graphics are not good, the gameplay is not new, the story???”
- “This game crashed my graphics card after only a few moments of play. I kept having to restart my system, and I have a custom-built laptop with an NVIDIA card.”
- “I am sorry developers, your art style is really poor for the UI.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
91%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be both a core mechanic and a source of frustration, often describing it as tedious and repetitive, especially after reaching certain levels. While some appreciate the need for investment and the ability to play casually, many feel that the grind can lead to a lack of meaningful progression and can become overwhelming if not approached in moderation. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a double-edged sword, offering both engagement and potential burnout.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “This game had potential that was ruined by a poor UI, a restrictive player market (a few guilds control the entire market), and an almost staggering amount of alt accounts farming a rare giveaway that occurs once every 4 hours.”
- “Update: after reaching level 10, it gets very 'grindy' and tedious.”
- “It's extremely repetitive though and very grindy.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The monetization of "Heroes of Dire" has been criticized as a cash grab, with some users labeling it a pay-to-win (P2W) mobile app poorly adapted for PC, while others report a lack of noticeable ads or in-game stores, suggesting a mixed experience regarding its monetization practices.
- “I have not seen anything that resembles pay-to-win because no ads came up, nor did I see any store that was noticeable to get things.”
- “Heroes of Dire is a nasty cash shop-infested pay-to-win mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cash grab by greedy mobile developers who think they can scam PC gamers the same way they scam mobile players.”
- “The monetization in this game is outrageous, with prices that feel exploitative and a constant push to spend more money to keep up.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that could be great ruined by aggressive monetization tactics that prioritize profit over player experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is praised for its thoughtful implementation, with players expressing excitement for future progression and strategic planning for their teams. The depth of character growth keeps players engaged and invested in their journey.
- “Character development was well thought out and implemented. I haven't ascended yet, but I really look forward to it. I sleep and wake thinking of strategic moves for my teams.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the humor in the game's clever name changes, such as "baby shocker," "legendary crown" for a common item, and "post-toilet huppo," which add a lighthearted and whimsical touch to the overall experience.
- “The funny name changes the developers come up with, like 'Baby Shocker' and 'Legendary Crown' for a common item, always make me laugh.”
- “I love the humor in the game, especially the quirky names like 'Post-Toilet Huppo' that add a lighthearted touch.”
- “The developers have a great sense of humor, and their clever name changes keep the game entertaining and fun.”